Published 13:35 IST, September 19th 2020
Trump promises $14 billion in pandemic aid to farmers ahead of US elections
US President and Republican nominee for the upcoming elections Donald Trump has announced up to $14 billion in aid to farmers and ranchers affected by virus.
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US President and Republican minee for upcoming elections Donald Trump has anunced up to $14 billion in aid to farmers and ranchers affected by coronavirus. promise, which has been aimed at winning over voters in ‘farm states’, was me while Trump was rallying in Wisconsin.
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Unclear about remaining funds
However, experts have pointed out that funds come from existing program and it is still unclear how much money is remaining to spend. On September 18, US Department of Agriculture (USDA) provided details of new rounds of payments, which will distribute whatever funds remain from a replenishment provided by Congress to farmers unable to sell ir products or who are facing higher costs.
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"America's agriculture communities are resilient, but still face many challenges due to COVID-19 pandemic," Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said in a statement.
Earlier in July, $14 billion were approved by Congress for farmers and USDA still continues to process an application for Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) money. refore, it is unclear how much will remain out of that money to help farmers in new round. However, USDA, said that second round is aimed at "agricultural producers who continue to face market disruptions and associated costs because of COVID-19," and will run through end of 2020.
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Trump h previosuly touted “American Dream” during his speech at Republican National Convention 2020. Saying that vember elections will be judicating factor if US citizens will "save" American dream, Trump lashed out on socialist nda of rival Democrats that according to him will “demolish” destiny.
Furr reiterating about how “your vote will decide” if Americans are able to protect citizens who abide by law, Donald Trump targeted Democrats for giving “free reign” to violent anarchists and criminals that threaten people. On last day of RNC 2020, promoting his leership before one of most divisive elections in US, Trump gave authority to US citizens to decide if y want to defend “American Way of Life”.
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13:35 IST, September 19th 2020